Raspberry Chia Seed Jam

Have you ever made something that is so simple, you can’t imagine buying it in the store again? Meet Raspberry Chia Seed Jam.

I saw this jam on a few other blogs and finally decided to try it out for myself. I was not disappointed! Not only is it packed with nutrients due to the chia seeds, but it is seriously the easiest thing in the world to make. It takes 2 minutes, and a five year old could do it!

And you don’t even notice the chia seeds because they blend in with the raspberry seeds!

This jam is super delicious and healthier than any store bought jam. And 2 minutes to make? No excuses not to!

First, microwave the raspberries for 2-3 minutes. Then crush them with a fork.

Add the chia seeds, honey and water and stir to combine.

Then pour the mixture into a jar, put the lid on and refrigerate it for at least an hour.

OH yum!! Raspberry jam is my favorite. I’ve been wanting to try Chia seeds b/c of all the wonderful health benefits but something about them “gelling” up scarys me. This is a perfect recipe to get them in my belly with out being grossed out!

Wow, I love this idea! I was actually just telling Will the other day that I wished I knew a way to make jam without adding that weird thickening stuff (which I should know the name of, but I don’t 8) )

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I grew up on my grandma’s homemade raspberry jam (she had a huge raspberry plant and would make 50+ jars every summer), so I’ve never really taken to store-bought jam. However I’ve been way too lazy to make my own! I love that this recipe is so easy, and that it contains healthy chia seeds! Thanks for sharing, Caroline! xoxo

Thank you for sharing this recipe. It sounds delicious and I will try it for my kids. I just wanted to give you some feedback on the 1st step….microvawe. Using the microwave in this recipe will totaly modify and destroy the molecular structure of the rasperries. The result is that you will not have the nutrients and benefits of the rasberries anymore. Since this could be a very nutritious treat I dont think its a good idea to use the microwavee that in my opinion (due to its negative effect on our food) should not be used in preparation of food at all. Try instead to heath them up in a little water on the stove for maybe 5 minutes or simply blend them in a blender instead.

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Welcome to After Dinner Dance! I'm Caroline, a 27-year-old living in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. My blog follows my love of cooking delicious and nutritious meals that make veggies taste good, and a bit of my life including my running and adventures with my toy poodle, Teddy! I have a Master of Public Health in Health Promotion and I am also a Certified Health Education Specialist. Feel free to contact me at afterdinnerdance@gmail.com - I'd love to hear from you!